Advanced IT Network Specialist

Overview

On Site
USD 98,891.00 - 107,004.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

DoD
Security Clearance
SAFE
Artificial Intelligence
Blockchain
Augmented Reality
Virtual Reality
Cloud Computing
Quantum Mechanics
RF
Routers
Switches
Firewall
Wireless Communication
Intrusion Prevention
Network Design
Computer Hardware
Computer Networking
Software Packaging
Agile
Writing
Status Reports
Verification And Validation
Documentation
Microsoft Windows
Linux
Operating Systems
Scripting
Windows PowerShell
Bash
Ansible
Cisco IOS
Virtualization
Network
Testing
Computer Science
Enterprise Networks
Decision-making
Dynamics
Innovation
Honesty

Job Details

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field; or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Put your engineering talent to the ultimate test. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced our teams often redefine what's possible for the world. If you want to be a leader with the company that delivers smart solutions for our nation's challenges, this is your opportunity.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

Boasting a collaborative and global environment, we'll rely on you to participate as an active team member knowledgeable of the networking environment including routers, switches, circuits, firewalls, wireless, intrusion prevention devices, etc. You'll be a key contributor in supporting the GDMS network environment by implementing, supporting, monitoring, and troubleshooting network issues on physical or virtual network infrastructure components while coordinating with team members and/or vendors.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform integration of software components, across multiple operating systems (Windows and Linux), hardware configurations (physical and virtual, including networking) and software packages.
  • Assess and support system maturation through agile processes, including:
    • Review of automated compilation, deployment and testing results.
    • Requirements based and operational testing.
    • Troubleshooting and writing software issue reports.
    • Supporting the development team bug resolution efforts.
    • Review and validation of fixes.
    • Incorporation of fixes into a stable software baseline.
    • Generating system status reports.
  • Verification and validation of testing documentation, including redlining as necessary.
  • Understanding of the components, sub-systems and the architecture as a whole.
  • Coordinate and interact with developers as well as engineering managers.

Requirements:
  • Knowledge of and/or experience with Windows and Linux based operating systems.
  • Knowledge of and/or experience with scripting and automation (PowerShell, bash/sh, Ansible)
  • Knowledge of and/or experience with Cisco IOS.
  • Knowledge of and/or experience with virtualization technologies.
  • Apply advanced troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques to resolve application, network or data issues.
  • Maintain a lab for additional testing, expansion, and troubleshooting.
What you'll experience:
  • Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret
  • A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
  • Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discovered
What you bring to the table:
  • A Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field; or equivalent plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
  • Subject matter expert (SME) in one discipline/field and developing working knowledge in adjacent disciplines/fields
  • Understanding of how domain interrelates with other components within the closed and enterprise networking environment
  • Expert experience within primary domain and resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways
What sets you apart:
  • Creative, innovative with advanced decision-making skills
  • Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
  • Persuasive in a discussion with the ability to appeal to reason, data, larger purpose

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $98,891.00 - USD $107,004.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

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